We found the following complaints for PONTIAC GRAND AM (1989)
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Alternator failed. Yh
Alternator failed. Yh
Ignition coil failed, resulting in vehicle stalling prior to service recall.
Vehicle hesitates upon acceleration.
Distributor starter cap failed.
Ignition system, module/coil, design is defective because the position (near the bottom rear of engine) allows for water to make contact and fail.
The sensor which is located at the distrutorand which is used for better gas mileage malfunctioned,causing the vehicle to stall while driving or coming to a stop, which may cause an accident.mechanic disconnected the sensor.problem never reoccurred.also same problems on the grand prix's.
Intermittent stalling due to computer failure.
Engine computer control unit failed.
The starter cap failed.
When trying to restart the vehicle, after vehicle stalled, the vehicle caught on fire under the hood..
Even replacement stop switch smokes(fails). Recall repair performed , same result. Replacement switch still no good!!!!
The engine computer control failed.
Temperature gauge operates eraticaaly, runs hot.
Transmission locking torque converter solenoid does not allow torque converter to unlock resulting in engine stall when stopping. Replaced solenoid. Replaced slapping timing chain and timing chain guides. Changed oil after repair. Drove the car about 100 miles when 3 rod bearings spun. One half of the bearing spun into the other half resulting in crankshaft damage and piston tipping. Replaced engine with used which i repaired before replacing. Looked like oil pump failure. Was told the engine had between 145-150 compression.
Coolant leaks.
The coolant switch failed.
Coolant switch failed.
Replace fan motor two times in the last six months.tt
The engine, radiator and overflow bucket were replaced.*et
Paint flakes off. Defective head gasket.
Engine head gasket blew out.
Engine head gasket failed leaking coolant/ shakes and is very hard to turn. Also, steering wheel/vinyl covering bubbled and came loose on backseat up to roof.
Have had to replace engine head gaskets. Please describe.
Head gaskets fails intermittently.tt
Head gasket failed.
Head gasket failed, leaks oil. Also, steering wheel shakes and is very hard to turnwhen vehicle is cold/makes noise. In addition, vinyl covering bubbled, and came loose on backseat armrest up to roof.
Head gasket failed. Yh
Cylinder head gasket failed.
Head gasket failed.
Purchased used and 2 1/2 month car has been in to the dealer about three times.tt
Replaced cracked engine cylinder head .
The head gasket had to be replaced and after numerous repairs still didn't function properly.runs rough, doesn't idle properly, fuel injection doesn't function properly, oil turns foamy.
The tensioner/timing kit failed.
Motor mounts broke, causing vehicle to vibrate.
Replaced loose timing belt.
Head gasket failed. Yh
Cracked engine gasket.
Head gasket failed.
Timing system failed.
Engine head gaskets failed, leaked coolant into cylinder wall of engine, please explain.tt
Vehicle was parked atside ofhouse. Consumerwent back into house, and a few minutes later, a neighborknocked ondoor notifying him thatvehicle was on fire.fire was coming from engine carpartment.fire department was notified, and therewas aninvestigation.no injuries to reported.
Replaced leaking engine head gasket.
The head gasket went causing the anti-freeze to go into the oil. Please describe details.tt
Timing chain failed.
The vehicle is equipped with a quad 4 engine.throughout this past year, the vehicle has been stalling on numerous occassions after the car has been running for a while.in addition, i spent roughly $2000 to replace the head gasket and cylinder head.please contact me if you need more information.
Head gasket blow and the engine just stops while driving. Please describe.tt
Cylinder heads crackedtt
The engine, radiator and overflow bucket were replaced.*et
After the engine overheated, the vehicle caught on fire. (ohio traffic crash report #10-90-577)
After the engine overheated, the vehicle caught on fire. (ohio traffic crash report #10-90-577)
The vehicle is equipped with a quad 4 engine.throughout this past year, the vehicle has been stalling on numerous occassions after the car has been running for a while.in addition, i spent roughly $2000 to replace the head gasket and cylinder head.please contact me if you need more information.
The oxygen sensor failed.
Oxygen sensor failure caused vehicle to stall. Yh
Oxygen sensor failure caused vehicle to stall. Yh
Oxygen sensor failed.
Replaced oxygen sensor.
Fuel feed hose assembly failed prior to recall (92v-150).#ak
Consumer receive service recall had it fix one year later still having the same problem .tt
Recall 92v150000. Pontiac won't do recall because they say it had a time and mileage limit.
I killed it at a service station gonna get some water and it has never started since then. The gas comes out of hose when disconnected from injector but connect the line back and the fuel injection doesnt get gas. I am a single mothe who can not afford this type of thing. A man pulled in service station and said he had same problems with his 89 grand am. I also looked in my hometown newspaper and lots of 89 grand ams for sale with non working motors.
Fuel tank failure, built on fuel leaving fuel regulator is faulty, causing the fuel tank to collapse.tt
Transmission locking torque converter solenoid does not allow torque converter to unlock resulting in engine stall when stopping. Replaced solenoid. Replaced slapping timing chain and timing chain guides. Changed oil after repair. Drove the car about 100 miles when 3 rod bearings spun. One half of the bearing spun into the other half resulting in crankshaft damage and piston tipping. Replaced engine with used which i repaired before replacing. Looked like oil pump failure. Was told the engine had between 145-150 compression.
When driving vehicle, the torque converter will lock up, will not disengage when coming to a stop. Hard to start after stopping. When solenoid cools, converter will release and vehicle is drivable.
Head gasket failed, leaks oil. Also, steering wheel shakes and is very hard to turnwhen vehicle is cold/makes noise. In addition, vinyl covering bubbled, and came loose on backseat armrest up to roof.
Engine head gasket failed leaking coolant/ shakes and is very hard to turn. Also, steering wheel/vinyl covering bubbled and came loose on backseat up to roof.
Brakes do not stop vehicle appropriately, extended stopping distance.
Brake shoe assembly failed.
Brake shoe failed.
Head gasket failed, leaks oil. Also, steering wheel shakes and is very hard to turnwhen vehicle is cold/makes noise. In addition, vinyl covering bubbled, and came loose on backseat armrest up to roof.
Engine head gasket failed leaking coolant/ shakes and is very hard to turn. Also, steering wheel/vinyl covering bubbled and came loose on backseat up to roof.
Steering gear malfunctioned. Also, there isan extreme jerking when turning the steering wheel and vehicle is sitting still. Consumer believes that jerking is due to rack and pinion steering failure.
While driving at 30 mph, rear cradle bolts broke, causing the rear of the engine to fall out.also, consumer lost control of steering due to steering shaft breaking. Dealer is aware of the problem.
I have been complaining of a bumping and grinding in the steering at slow sppeds since 1992.i have been given the run around all this time until major failure in dec. 1999.dealersaid it was the rack and pinion steering.after replacement another problem arose which caused the whole front of the car to viberate when turning.i was told a power steering hose would have to be replaced to correct this problem. I was told by the repair dealer that they checked with pontiac tech. Ass. And found the hose insufficent to handle the high preasure return to the power steering unit.would this condition cause the rack and pinion to fail in the firat place or did i get another run around.
Steering gear malfunctioned. Also, there isan extreme jerking when turning the steering wheel and vehicle is sitting still. Consumer believes that jerking is due to rack and pinion steering failure.
I have been complaining of a bumping and grinding in the steering at slow sppeds since 1992.i have been given the run around all this time until major failure in dec. 1999.dealersaid it was the rack and pinion steering.after replacement another problem arose which caused the whole front of the car to viberate when turning.i was told a power steering hose would have to be replaced to correct this problem. I was told by the repair dealer that they checked with pontiac tech. Ass. And found the hose insufficent to handle the high preasure return to the power steering unit.would this condition cause the rack and pinion to fail in the firat place or did i get another run around.
Paint flakes off. Defective head gasket.
While driving at 30 mph, rear cradle bolts broke, causing the rear of the engine to fall out.also, consumer lost control of steering due to steering shaft breaking. Dealer is aware of the problem.
Rear suspension that holds struts is rotted.smokes when car is driven at any speed. If used long term, the frame may crack and the tires may come completely off.many mechanics have told me that this is a problem with these cars.
Rear suspension that holds struts is rotted.smokes when car is driven at any speed. If used long term, the frame may crack and the tires may come completely off.many mechanics have told me that this is a problem with these cars.
Inner rear support that holds vehicle uprusted around the spring andstrut.vehicle had no support. Consumer has contacted the dealership.
Rear suspension that holds struts is rotted.smokes when car is driven at any speed. If used long term, the frame may crack and the tires may come completely off.many mechanics have told me that this is a problem with these cars.
While traveling n on i-295 between i-10 and commonwealth ave, rr tire started vibrating and bouncing. Tread then separated from the tire, throwing me into a left hand circle. I went from outside north bound lane into grassy medium, crossing three lanes and doing a complete 360 degree spin. I was able to stop the car just short of entering the oncomming traffic of the south bound lanes. The tread peeled completely away, very similar to the firestone tires. I kept the tire and have it in my garage. If you want it, it is yours. (dot number: unknowntiresize: p195/70r14)
Vehicle surged forward, upon starting the vehicle.tt
When vehicle is started it has a high rpm and when shifted into drive thespeeds go past 60-70mph with touching of the accelerator pedal.
Idle speed control unit failed, causing vehicle to sta,ll/not start
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